Guide Geogaguge SL186 - HB

Geogauge
SL186
Impact Test Equipment Ltd

www.impact-test.co.uk & www.impact-test.com
User Guide
User Guide
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Model H-4140
Soil Stiffness / Modulus Gauge
(patent pending)

GeoGauge
User Guide
Manufactured by:
Humboldt Mfg. Co.
7300 West Agatite Avenue
Norridge, Illinois 60706 U.S.A.
Customer Service:
Voice: 708/456-6300
Fax: 708/456-5412
Sold and Serviced by:

Humboldt and Our Authorized Dealers Worldwide
Soil Stiffness Gauge (GeoGauge) User Guide Page 2 of 15
Version 3.5 June 2000
Table of Content
Page
Introduction
Description 3
General Details
Button (Keypad) Function 5
Technical Specification 6
Display Messages 7
Planning 9
Soil Preparation 10
Using the Soil Stiffness Gauge

Sequence of Operation (Quick Sheet) 12
Transit Carrying Case 14
Replacing Batteries 14
Clock / Date Adjustment Guide 15
Copyright 1999, 2000 Humboldt Mfg. Co., Norridge, IL. 60706, U.S.A.
All rights reserved. Printed in U.S.A.
Description Stiffness, the ratio of force over deflection,

The Humboldt Stiffness Gauge (GeoGauge) is a follows directly from the impedance. The
hand-portable instrument that provides a simple, GeoGauge imparts very small displacements to
rapid and precise means of directly measuring the soil (< 1.27 x 10-6 m or <.00005") at 25
layer stiffness and Youngs modulus of steady state frequencies between 100 and 196
compacted soils (Figure 1). Hz. The stiffness is determined at each
frequency and the average is displayed. The
entire process takes about one and one-half
minute. At these low frequencies, the impedance
at the surface is stiffness controlled and is
proportional to the shear modulus of the soil.
With a Poisson's ratio and the GeoGauge's foot
dimensions, shear and Young's modulus can be
derived.
The GeoGauge weighs about 10 kg (~ 22 lb), is

28 cm (~ 11) in diameter, 25.4 cm (~ 10) tall
Figure 1 and rests on the soil surface via a ringshaped
foot (Fig. 2). The foot bears directly on the soil
and supports the weight of the GeoGauge via
several rubber isolators. Also attached to the
The GeoGauge is intended to meet a need that foot are the shaker that drives the foot and
has existed since quality has been important to sensors that measure the force and
earthworks construction. This is the control of displacement-time history of the foot. The
the construction process via the same connection between the shaker and force sensor
mechanistic or performance specifications that is made via a rigid column.
earthworks are designed with. For example in
highways:
Stiffness, an engineering property of
structures is used to determine its
resistance to bending or deflection. It is
used to ensure the uniform & effective
transfer of loads from the pavement to
the base & subgrade below and Electronics
&
Youngs modulus, an engineering Power
property of materials is used to GeoGauge Supply
determine its resistance to change in Schematic
shape when load is applied. It is used to Figure 2 Shaker
assure that each soil component allows F
the highway system to perform as X
needed. Foot
The GeoGauge measures the impedance at the

surface of the soil. In other words, it measures Soil
the stress imparted to the surface and the
resulting surface velocity as a function of time.
The GeoGauge is placed on the soil to make a does not measure the deflection resulting from
measurement with little or no preparation of the the GeoGauge weight. Rather, the GeoGauge
soil surface. Typically, a slight push on or vibrates, producing small cyclical forces to the
rotation of the GeoGauge is needed obtain the soils surface. It then accurately measures the
required 60% minimum contact area between resultant very small deflections. The soil
foot and soil (Fig. 3). On particularly hard or deflects an amount , which is proportional to
rough surfaces, seating of the foot can be the outside radius of the ring foot (R), the
assisted by the use of less than 1/4" of moist Youngs modulus (E), the shear modulus (G)
sand or local fines. Common field practice is as and Poissons ratio () of the soil.1 The stiffness
applicable to the GeoGauge as it is to most is the ratio of the force to displacement: K=P/.
current field measurement of soil performance. The GeoGauge produces soil stress and strain
The detailed procedure for using the GeoGauge levels common for pavement, bedding and
and preparing the soil is described later in this foundation applications (192 Pa or ~ 4 psi). As
guide. shown below, Young's and shear modulus can
be determined from GeoGauge measurements if
a Poisson's ration is assumed.
GeoGauge
Footprints
Figure 3 1.77 RE 3.54 RG
P~ ~
( )
1- 2
(1- )
P 1.77 RE
K= ~
(1- 2 )
The current version of the GeoGauge displays

and logs the data in memory with sufficient
capacity for a full day of data gathering (100s of
measurements). The data may be downloaded to
a PC for archiving and further analysis with a
separate and optional infrared interface cable. It
is powered by 6 disposable D-cell batteries.
Measurements can be performed as close to
operating construction equipment, as safety will
allow.
Many current methods of measuring soil

modulus or stiffness in the field require large
forces to produce a measurable deflection. The
GeoGauge uses technology first used in the
military to measure very small deflections,
allowing much smaller loads. The GeoGauge 1 Poulos, H.G., and Davis, E.H., Elastic Solutions For
Soil & Rock Mechanics, 1974, page 167-168.
Button (Keypad) Functions

ON Turns on the gauge. When pushed, the GeoGauge goes through an electronics check,
displays the present battery voltage and finally displays the value of the previous or last
measurement. The gauge is then ready to perform a measurement.
OFF Turns off the gauge.
SHIFT To execute any of the four buttons with a blue background (ERASE, PRINT,
TEST, UNIT), you must first press the SHIFT button. After pressing SHIFT, do
not press the blue keys until SHIFT is displayed in the STIFFNESS window. Note:
the STOP button does not require using SHIFT.
ERASE Erases all saved data. Starts measurement ID at "1".
SAVE Saves the current measurement. This button must be pushed to save each measurement.
If it is not pushed, the data for the last measurement will be discarded. Note: When the
GeoGauge memory is empty, the first 20 measurements saved will contain the
measurement ID, frequencies and the real and imaginary parts of the force and
displacement (Research Format). There after, only the measurement ID, the displayed
stiffness in SI units, and the time and date will be saved for the next 480 measurements.
At this point the GeoGauge's memory is full and "db full" is displayed.
PRINT Begins the downloading of data, via the IR COM port.
MODE Shows the target stiffness value, in SI units, in the ID/TARGET window and ratio of the
measured stiffness to the target stiffness in the STIFFNESS window. The target value
can be incrementally changed in graduations of 0.5 MN/m by scrolling up or down using
the "INCR" or "DECR" buttons respectively. Press "MODE" again to return to the
previous display.
MEAS Starts the actual stiffness measurement. Press the button and then take one step back to
prevent any influence of your body weight on the measurement. The measurement will
be completed in about 70 seconds.
Pressing SHIFT and then MEAS will enter the Poissons Ratio value display. Each
successive pressing of the SHIFT and then MEAS buttons will enter the time/date
display.
START Begins the viewing or scrolling through the saved measurement data. You need to press
the INCR or DECR button to scroll up or down the measurement values along with
the measurement ID. You cannot take a measurement while viewing memory. Exit this
mode status by pressing the STOP button.
STOP Exits the viewing of the saved measurement data. Pressing it returns the gauge to normal
status. The SHIFT button does not need to be pressed for this action.
TEST System runs a self-test. Displays the electronic circuit board serial number, battery
voltage, batt, runs an internal electronic circuitry check,SELF TEST and then
displays the results, no ErrorS. The system runs the same test when the gauge is first
turned on.
UNITS Alternates between SI and English measurement units. The saved measurement data is in
SI units only. Saved data can only be viewed in SI units.
Technical Specification
Soil Stiffness From To
Measurement Range MN/m (lb/in) MN/m (lb/in)
Stiffness 3 (17k) 70 (399k)
MPa (kpsi) MPa (kpsi)

Young's Modulus 26.2 (3.8) 610 (89)
Measurement Accuracy <+5%

(typ., % of absolute)
Depth of Measurement (from surface) 220 to 310 mm (9 to 12 in.)
Calibration Laboratory
Accuracy (% of actual mass) < + 1%
Electrical
Power Source (6) D size disposable cells
Battery Life Sufficient for 500 to 1,500 measurements
Mechanical
External Materials Aluminum case & foot, rubber isolators & seal
Vibration <0.001 in. @ 125 Hz
Level re Vertical 5
Operating Temperature 0C to 38C (ambient)
Storage Temperature -20C to 50C
Humidity 98%, without condensation
Gauge Dimension 28 cm (11") Diameter, 25.4 cm (10") Height (without handle)
Weight Net 10 kg (22 lb), Shipping (with case) 17.7 kg (39 lb)
Country of Manufacture
U.S.A.
Standard Accessories
Transit / Carry Case, Batteries, and User Guide
Optional Accessories
* Infrared (IR) com serial interface adapter cable with software template (3.5 floppy, PC)
* Verifier Mass (to validate correct operation)
ALL TECHNICAL, PERFORMANCE AND OTHER SPECIFICATIONS

ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
Display Messages
StiF Announces the measured value of stiffness (MN/m), (displayed in ID window). The
measured value of stiffness is displayed simultaneously in the STIFFNESS window.
SENS OvLOAD Indicates that the current measurement was aborted due to the sensors being
overloaded. The word "SENS" is displayed in the ID/TARGET window and the
word "OvLOAD" displayed in STIFFNESS window. This can be caused by too soft
soil, too stiff soil, too a proximity to construction equipment or the foot being seated
improperly The current measurement must be repeated.
5d Announces the standard deviation of all 25 frequency dependent stiffness

measurements relative to the measured (average) value of stiffness (displayed in
ID/TARGET window). The standard deviation is displayed simultaneously in the
STIFFNESS window.
vALuEd Indicates how many of the 25 data points where used to determine stiffness for the
current measurement. stiffness (displayed in STIFFNESS window). The number of
data points is displayed simultaneously in the ID/TARGET window.
noiS Indicates that the GeoGauge is measuring ambient noise (displayed in ID/TARGET
window). The noise measurement takes about 11 seconds after depressing the
MEAS button. Nothing is displayed simultaneously in the STIFFNESS window.
dAtA Indicates that the GeoGauge is taking stiffness data over 25 frequencies between
100 and 200 Hz (displayed in ID/TARGET window). This follows the noise
measurement and takes ~55 seconds. Nothing is displayed simultaneously in the
STIFFNESS window.
Snr Announces the display of the Signal Noise Ratio for the current measurement
(displayed in ID/TARGET window). The Signal Noise Ratio, in dB, is displayed
simultaneously in the STIFFNESS window.
5I or Eng This message indicates the ready mode and the stiffness units (displayed in
ID/TARGET window). The GeoGauge is ready to take the next measurement. The
Stiffness window shows the value of the last or previous measurement, in SI units
(MN/n) or English (Eng) units (klbf/in).
ALrE StorEd Indicates that the current measurement value has already been stored in the
memory. The word "AlrE"" is displayed in the ID/TARGET window and the word
"StorEd" displayed in STIFFNESS window. If you don't know if the last
measurement has been stored, the GeoGauge will tell you.
db - on Indicates that the View Memory database mode has been entered. It is displayed
momentarily in the STIFFNESS window. After this appears, pressing the INCR or
DECR buttons will scroll through the stored data. Ordered pairs of measurement ID
numbers and the measured values of stiffness will be displayed sequentially, in the
order they were measured, in the ID/TARGET and STIFFNESS windows
respectively.
db - off Indicated that the View Memory database mode has been exited. It is displayed
momentarily in the STIFFNESS window.
StorEd Announces that the current measurement has been stored and displayed in
STIFFNESS window. The assigned measurement ID number is displayed
simultaneously in the ID/TARGET window.
bAtt Announces the value of the combined voltage of the six (6) D-batteries (displayed
in ID/TARGET window). he voltage is displayed simultaneously in the
STIFFNESS window.
SELF TEST Indicates that the GeoGauge is going through a self test of its electronics. The word
"SELF" is displayed in the ID/TARGET window and the word "TEST" is displayed
in the STIFFNESS window.
nO ErrOrS Indicates that the results of the self test is within specified limits (displayed in
ID/TARGET window).
Planning
What follows is more than a recommended method. It is the essence of has been learned during
GeoGauge development about soil variability and how to best perform a non-destructive test on soil in
the field.
Select a site where stiffness is probably within the range of the current version of the GeoGauge (~3 to
70 MN/m). Typically dont select very wet soils; they are typically below 4 MN/m. Bases with high
aggregate contents should be avoided for awhile until the technician gains the experience using
wet/moist sand in high aggregate locations.
Layout measurement locations in a line, not a two dimensional pattern, with the increment between
locations being about 2 ft. or less. The GeoGauge is a non-destructive test (NDT). Walking over
measurement locations will disturb the surface and affect this or any other NDT. Lines of locations can
be easily traversed without stepping on them. The physical properties of soil are extremely variable.
They are much more variable than people would expect or readily believe. Over a 2 ft. increment, it is
not uncommon for soil stiffness to vary more than 1 MN/m! So, the over-sampling of soil is very
desirable to develop accurate profiles. Ideally, the measurement increment should be no more that the
lift thickness, but 2 ft. is practical place to start.
The layout of measurement locations should allow for repeated measurements in a few hours. Thirty six
(36) locations is a good number. Site conditions change continuously. Moisture content is the good
example. Sandy soils dry out rapidly. Clays take days to dry. Making a comprehensive set of
measurements rapidly assures soil characterization under one set of conditions. Knowing site conditions
is critical to characterizing the soil. Almost daily soil characterization is necessary to control
construction and assure the near and long term performance of a soil structure. Making measurements
quickly, before conditions change, is therefore important.
Repeat measurements at each location at least twice. It is important to lift and remove the GeoGauge
from the soil between measurements. As accurate we believe the GeoGauge to be, the repeatability of
measurements can vary with how the GeoGauge is used and site conditions. So, multiple measurements
at a location are a good idea to gauge repeatability and determine a mean. The number of repeated
measurements depends on the site. Dont judge the repeatability of the measurements by location to
location variability. This will almost always be the soil and not the GeoGauge.
Perform GeoGauge measurements first, before other companion measurements. Just as with stepping
on a location, performing measurements with other devices most likely will disturb the soil and affect
any subsequent measurements. The GeoGauge is sensitive to minute changes in and of the soil.
Practice making measurements before performing measurements that matter. Site conditions and soil
will affect how you will want to place the GeoGauge on the soil and how long it remains in contact
with the soil. Knowing how to properly seat the GeoGauges foot on the soil, as described below, and
when to remove it from the soil are critical to a good measurement.
Remember, we have found that most people believe that compacted soil is more uniform than it really
is. Stiffness and modulus are sensitive enough measurements of soil to reveal this variability. So be
prepared to question and understand what you are doing with all the measurements you make, not just
the GeoGauge. Process control for soil structures is new and will take different thinking to effectively
implement it.
Soil Preparation
Seating
Good measurement arises from good seating, the foot to soil contact. It cannot be emphasized enough
that preparing the soil surface is key to good seating. Merely having a level soil surface is not enough;
the foot must have sufficient direct contact with the soil. Experience shows that at least 60% of the
foot's surface, from 3 locations, approximately 120 degrees apart, is needed. The contact does not have
to be continuous along the ring circumference nor along the full width of the ring.
Minimum Soil Contact

The contact area can be visually estimated. Precision is not necessary. However, estimating 60% direct
contact can be challenging. The following guideline is offered. Sixty percent (60%) of the foot's
circumference is 8 1/2 inches. 8 1/2 inches is the width of a standard sheet of paper. If you can guess
that about 8 1/2 inches along the full width of the foot is making direct contact with the soil, then you
are making the minimum recommended contact.
The only time to ascertain minimum direct contact is, of course, after the measurement by lifting the
gauge from the measured spot and observing the imprint made. Occasionally, the soil is stiff enough
that the imprint made by the foot cannot be seen. This is where experience will be the judge.
The soil surface most likely will contain pebbles or stones. These stones will not allow the 60% direct
contact required. Loose pebbles and stones should be brushed away with a gloved hand or brush. If the
pebbles or stones can not be easily brushed away lightly without disturbing the soil, the simple solution
is to apply a thin patted layer of clean moist or wet sand, about 5 to 10 mm thick (1/8 to 1/4 inches), on
the spot to be measured. Level and pat down firmly with your gloved hand. Place the GeoGauge on the
packed wet sand and with a little downward force twist the GeoGauge about 45 degrees. Now you can
take the measurement.
It is essential to be consistent in using wet sand and in the seating of the GeoGauge every measurement
as it is more imperative that the site, as it is being constructed, be constructed to uniform values than a
specific value.
Wet Sand?
The simplest method to assure good seating and filling the voids between the protruding pebbles and
the actual soil is to use moist or wet, clean, medium and uniform sand. A small handful scooped from a
bucket and patted down firmly (like a pancake) on the spot to be measured will more than suffice for
good seating and good measurement. An alternate material is moist or wet, clean and uniform local
fines. The key is wet and uniform. The moist or wet (near saturation) is for the cohesiveness. The
placing and light twisting of the GeoGauge on the wet sand (pancake) squeezes the wet sand into a
thinner layer such that the influence of the wet sand in the measurement is negligible.
Use just enough that when the GeoGauge is placed on it the sand or other material does not bunch up
and touch the bottom of the internal or exterior flanges. It is important that no soil or any other material
come into contact with the foot flanges or the underside and sides of the GeoGauge body. Only the ring
foot surface should contact the soil. A small area on the sides of the ring foot may touch the soil if the
soil there is loose.
Dry sand or other cohesionless materials do not help the contact, as it will flow away from the ring foot
during measurements from vibrations.
Sequence Of Operations
For A Soil Stiffness Measurement
(Quick Sheet)
Inspect The Condition Of The GeoGauge Prior To Testing

1) Is the foot clean and free of soil and other debris?
2) Is the rubber seal in good condition?
Turn On The GeoGauge (press ON button)

1) The self-test will be run (electronics functionality)
2) Ensure battery voltage is adequate (> 7.5 V)
Prepare The Surface To Be Tested (see Site Preparation)

1) Is the surface smooth and level?
2) Coarse aggregate or stiff clay may require moist sand to be sprinkled on the surface for good
direct contact with the ring.
3) Ensure the gauge has clearance on the side and bottom, does not come into contact with a
trench wall, pipe, soil, etc.
Enter Data
Enter target stiffness from predefined, scrolled list via display.
Seating Of The Foot

How to properly seat the foot will be determined by on-site trial per the recommendations above
(see Site Preparation). The following are recommendations for several site conditions.
1) On fine-grained sand material, seat the ring by twisting the gauge 45 to 90 degrees once. No
extra downward pressure is required.
2) On a coarse aggregate, sprinkle some fine sand where the ring will contact the soil. Seat the
gauge by twisting the gauge 90 degrees back and forth two or three times. Use a moderate
amount of pressure (5 to 10 pounds of force).
3) On soft clay, twist the gauge 90 degrees back and forth two or three times, and use a small
amount of force (5 pounds).
4) On firm clay, twist the gauge 90 degrees back and forth two or three times and use 10 to 15
pounds of force. It may be necessary to sprinkle some sand on the soil to get better contact.
Do not apply so much force on the gauge that the ring foot sinks into the soil more than 1/4".
Sinking the foot into the soil too far will cause the outer and inner flange or the underside of the
foot to contact the soil. The GeoGauge should be removed for the soil and the foot reseated
between measurements. Remember, these are typical guidelines for seating the foot. Specific
site conditions and soils may require a slightly different procedure. It is essential that seating of
the foot and making measurements be practiced for a time for each soil type or conditions
change before making meaningful measurements.
Take The Measurement (press Meas button)

1) GeoGauge will measure site noise as a function of frequency.
2) GeoGauge will measure site stiffness as a function of frequency.
3) GeoGauge will display, in sequence:
The Number of data points used to determine stiffness
Signal to Noise ratio (SNR) in dB
The standard deviation of all 25 frequency dependent stiffness measurements relative to
the displayed (average) value of stiffness
Stiffness, MN/m or fraction of Target
Ready for next measurement (last stiffness value still displayed)
If construction noise (vibrations from compactors, heavy equipment or other equipment) is
present and intermittent, try to make the measurement at a distance > 75 from operating
equipment. Intermittent noise will be measured by the Soil Stiffness Gauge during the noise
sampling. In most cases, a minimum SNR of 15 dB is adequate for an acceptable measurement.
It is not possible to establish one minimum SNR that is adequate for a "good test. For example,
on stiff clay (20 MN/m) with no noise, the SNR may be around 15 dB. On a loose sand or soft
clay, a test with no noise will have an SNR around 30 dB. A minimum SNR of 10 on softer soils
is adequate. In any case, a test yielding a negative stiffness or modulus value should be rejected
and be repeated.
Remove The GeoGauge From The Test

1) Examine the site and ensure good direct ring contact. While a full impression of the ring is
ideal, it is not necessary. A contact area where the ring touches the soil in three points (with 60
percent or more of the ring being in contact with the soil) is better than having one half of the
ring in contact, and the other half not touching. If contact is not adequate, redo the
measurement; prepare the surface better with a straight edge shovel, or by sprinkling sand.
Sprinkled sand should not exceed 1/4" in thickness.
2) Ensure that the ring was not pushed so far into the soil that the outer flange comes into
contact with the soil, as this will result in an inaccurate measurement.
3) Clean any soil off of the foot that may have been caked on in the course of testing.
Store Data (press SAVE button)

The measurement ID will be assigned to the stored data. The GeoGauge will store data for 500
measurements as displayed (Operational Mode). This first 20 measurements stored will also
include the complex, frequency dependent components of displayed data (Research Mode).
Turn The GeoGauge Off (press OFF button)
Transfer Data (if desired)

1) Infrared (IR) link (optional accessory)
2) Transfer to IR reader in desktop PC.
3) Data stored on PC in ASCII format.
4) Data readily accessible via typical spreadsheet software (e.g., Microsoft Excel).
5) Software template supplied.
Transit - Carrying Case

The transit case has both key lock and combination lock. The combination is set at factory 0-0-0. To
re-set the combination number;
1. Open the case. Looking at the back of the lock inside the case you will see a change lever.
Move this change lever from the normal position to the middle of the lock in the way that it
hooks behind the change notch (figure 1). Move it sideways and then up.
2. Now you set your combination number by turning the dials to the desired three number
combination. Record the numbers below.
3. Move back the change lever to the normal position (figure 2).
4. To lock, close the case securely and rotate one or more of the dials. To un-lock, set the dials
to the proper numbers.
5. Record the numbers _______-________-________
6. The key lock/latch set requires the attached key to lock.
Replacing Batteries
Model H-4140 requires six (6) D size, 1.5 volts dry cell alkaline batteries. Three (3) batteries in each
of the two battery compartments, accessible via two screw-on caps on the top of the GeoGauge.
Replace all batteries with a fresh set. Attempting to mix fresh batteries with used batteries will cause
the fresh batteries to deteriorate very quickly to the level of the used batteries, negating any advantage.
1. Turn off gauge. Remove the battery caps by unscrewing counter-clockwise. A suitable coin may
be helpful to loosen them.
2. Carefully lift and remove the spring and the battery contact retainer.
3. Remove the batteries; tilting and turning the gauge upside down will facilitate removal.
4. Insert the fresh batteries with the positive (+) side up in both compartments.
5. Carefully insert the battery contact retainers, springs and then screw on clockwise the battery
caps. There is an o-ring seal on the underside of the battery caps to seal out water and dirt. Hand
tighten only. Occasionally insure that the battery caps are tight.
6. Loosen the four (4) corner captive screws with a Phillips screwdriver. Remove any static
electricity in one-self by touching a metal earth grounded object such as the back of a computer
housing.
7. Carefully lift up the display panel that also contains the electronic circuitry. On the left side are
two toggle switches, #1 and #2.
8. Switch #1 to on as marked. Turn on the unit by pressing the ON button. The display will
momentarily show reset and then revert to its normal display.
9. Turn the #1 switch to off. Turn off the unit by pressing the OFF button. Replace the display
panel back onto the unit and lightly hand tighten the screws. The GeoGauge is ready for
operation.
Note: The gauge exterior is not water (moisture) proof or dust proof. Attempts were made to make the
gauge as tight as reasonable. Do not expose the gauge to precipitation. Should the gauge get wet,
exposed to high humidity or suspected of containing moisture or condensation, immediately dry out the
gauge by removing and gently setting aside upside down, without disconnecting the wires, the display
panel and battery caps and batteries. Allow to air dry in a dry enough room overnight. Re-assemble
before packing back in case.
Clock / Date Adjustment Guide

Purpose
The clock is used to stamp the time and date of each stiffness measurement. When saved the
measurements can be downloaded into a PC onto a spreadsheet template to analyze the complex data
from the first twenty measurements saved. Saved measurements number 21 to 500 show only the run #,
stiffness value and time/date. Changing the batteries will not delete or lose the clock settings.
Operation
1. With the GeoGauge ON and in normal mode, press the SHIFT button and then the MEAS
button to get into the user input mode. The Poissons Ratio values will display. Press SHIFT and
MEAS buttons again, the clock settings should display.
2. The represents AM. The + represents PM. Pressing the INCR or DECR will scroll the
values up or down.
3. With the first pressing of the SHIFT and MEAS buttons from step #1 and the clock displayed,
both time and date, the hour will adjust. Scroll to the correct hour and AM or PM.
4. Pressing the SHIFT and then the MEAS buttons again will allow adjustment of the minute.
Scroll to the correct minute.
5. Pressing the SHIFT and then the MEAS buttons again will allow adjustment of the month.
Scroll to the correct month.
6. Repeat for day and then year. Continuing the adjustments will rotate back to hour, then minute, then
month, then day, then year.
7. At anytime you are satisfied with the settings, press the SAVE button, and then press the OFF
button to get out of the clock adjustment mode. Press ON to turn on unit for measurements.

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Using the Soil Stiffness Gauge

Description Stiffness, the ratio of force over deflection,

The GeoGauge weighs about 10 kg (~ 22 lb), is

the highway system to perform as X

The GeoGauge measures the impedance at the

The current version of the GeoGauge displays

Many current methods of measuring soil

Button (Keypad) Functions

MPa (kpsi) MPa (kpsi)

Measurement Accuracy <+5%

Depth of Measurement (from surface) 220 to 310 mm (9 to 12 in.)

ALL TECHNICAL, PERFORMANCE AND OTHER SPECIFICATIONS

5d Announces the standard deviation of all 25 frequency dependent stiffness

Minimum Soil Contact

Inspect The Condition Of The GeoGauge Prior To Testing

Turn On The GeoGauge (press ON button)

Prepare The Surface To Be Tested (see Site Preparation)

Seating Of The Foot

Take The Measurement (press Meas button)

Remove The GeoGauge From The Test

Store Data (press SAVE button)

Turn The GeoGauge Off (press OFF button)

Transfer Data (if desired)

Transit - Carrying Case

Clock / Date Adjustment Guide

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